Carolyn Robb

Coffee and Hazelnut Macaroons

Preparation info
  • Makes

    15

    macaroons
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Tea at the Palace: A Cookbook
Tea at the Palace

By Carolyn Robb

Published 2022

  • About

Macaroons of many flavors and colors have appeared on royal wedding menus throughout the ages. These are larger and more rustic than the classic French macarons, and they are a lot simpler to make. They have a thin, crisp outer shell, a delightfully chewy center, and an indulgent chocolate ganache filling.

Ingredients

For the Macaroons

  • ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon (115 g) skinned hazelnuts, toasted

Method

To make the macaroons, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper or silicone mats.

In a food processor, combine the hazelnuts, half of the sugar, the cornstarch, and coffee powder and process until the nuts are finely ground. In a bowl, using an